Moktaigaon-I - Gossaigaon (Pt), Kokrajhar
Moktaigaon-I is a village situated in the Gossaigaon (Pt) subdivision of Kokrajhar district, Assam. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gossaigaon and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Kokrajhar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moktaigaon-I is 279598. The village covers a total geographical area of 166.59 hectares and falls under the 783360 pincode. Gossaigaon is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Moktaigaon-I village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Gossaigaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kokrajhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moktaigaon-I
As per Census 2011, Moktaigaon-I village has a total population of 956 people, consisting of 502 males and 454 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 593 literate and 363 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 884 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Moktaigaon-I are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 956 | 502 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 55 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 884 | 460 | 424 |
| Literate Population | 593 | 342 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 160 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Moktaigaon-I
Moktaigaon-I is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Moktaigaon-I
Moktaigaon-I is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Moktaigaon-I.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gossaigaon to Moktaigaon-I is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kokrajhar to Moktaigaon-I is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moktaigaon-I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moktaigaon-I village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Moktaigaon-I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moktaigaon-I village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Moktaigaon-I
Where is Moktaigaon-I located?
Moktaigaon-I village is located in Gossaigaon (Pt) Subdivision, Kokrajhar district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Moktaigaon-I?
The pincode of Moktaigaon-I is 783360.
What is the population of Moktaigaon-I?
Moktaigaon-I has a total population of 956, including 502 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Moktaigaon-I?
There are 191 households in Moktaigaon-I.
What is the literacy rate in Moktaigaon-I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moktaigaon-I is 62.03%. Male literacy is 68.13% and female literacy is 55.29%.